We had a very nice dinner at Joseph's Wine Bar & Cafe. They make you feel welcome and are always warm and friendly. The restaurant is cute, small, and intimate (in contrast to the newer, froofy places) with a number of tables al fresco along the sidewalk. It's located a few blocks north of The Ave on Northeast 2nd Ave, making it great for people watching as they stroll by to and fro. We tried the grape leaves, halloumi cheese, and hummus to start. For our main we tried the Rack of Lamb, which was delicious and cooked perfectly. The pinor noir red to start and the malbec paired well with the lamb. The restaurant has earned multiple Zagats mentions - everyone needs to try Joseph's at least once. read more

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Lovely little restaurant with delicious Argentinian food. But it's not called Joseph's Wine Bar now. Los Olivios This is Not the meat on a skewer type of Argentinian. Service was attentive and warm and friendly. My only caveat is the the place is small and the tables are a bit too close together. I was there in a Saturday evening and the place was crowded so that was why it felt a bit claustrophobic. I will definitely return though Highly recommend the walnut crusted salmon read more

The food was good and reasonably priced. The owner gave us wine recommendations and he gave solid selections. We didn't ask the price--but they were not unreasonable. Small and cute. read more

Delightful little restaurant. Lamb Chops were delicious! Filet Minyon was cooked to perfection. Service was great. Joseph and Eli were very welcoming and helpful. read more

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This was our first visit, but definitely not the last. We enjoyed the food , service and ambience. My husband and I both had the salmon but anxious to try the lamb next time. The only problem is finding parking for which I took away one star but would give it 4 1/2 ,if I could. read more

During a very difficult time for our family in July 2025, Joseph's Wine Bar and Café became a place of comfort. After long nights at the hospital while my mother-in-law was in ICU, we twice found Joseph's open late and serving dinner. We were exhausted, heartbroken, and not ourselves, yet Joseph and his son welcomed us like family. They listened, prayed for us, and gave us a warm place to rest when we needed it most. The food was outstanding, the service impeccable, and the atmosphere carried a kindness that went far beyond a typical restaurant experience. On one occasion, even when the restaurant was closed, Joseph himself came out to check on us and was visibly moved when we shared that our mom had passed the night before. His compassion was genuine and unforgettable. Joseph's is not just a restaurant--it's a place run by people who truly care. If you are in Delray Beach, I cannot recommend strongly enough that you visit and support this wonderful family and their beautiful restaurant. read more

Wonderful in every way !! Service was warm and very personable, owner and his son on site!! Quality of the food was very fresh and tasty. It was nice to have simple, Whole Foods. The hummus was smooth and sesame based with EVOO topped and served with roasted veggies! Entrees were delicious. , salmon and Kafta served with sides and roasted carrots and asparagus. Complete wine list completes the experience!! Thank you Joseph for a wonderful (and healthy) dinner!! read more

In a city filled with large, corporate-owned restaurants, it's refreshing to find a small, family owned business that takes pride in everything that comes to your table. The tuna, salmon, chicken kabobs are stand outs. The wine list is extensive. You will not be disappointed. Because of its small size, reservations are a must. read more

This is the cutest little place! So charming! Family owned. Service from the father (owner) and his son & daughter was exceptional. Excellent food and drinks. Would totally recommend, and will be back again. read more

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Everything is wonderful here the service is excellent all the staff are humble, friendly and welcoming, its authentic Lebanese food and i cant find a better restaurant like it this side of the Mississippi. Never a bad meal here and I'm always leaving full for over 3 years. Its truly a hidden gem among all these pretentious Miami restaurants- a little pricey but its worth every penny and more perfect for business dinners, or a quiet date night out on the town. 10/10 read more

Joseph himself served us taking extra care of my wife who has a gluten and garlic allergy. He brought her gluten free bread warm and with delicious olive oil and spices. She loved the Beef Kofka and hummus, and I enjoyed greek salad, stuffed grape leaves and mahi. Excellent food served by a loving family. read more

A wonderful restaurant, run by a delightful Family. Always excellent food and service

By the powers vested in me given by Yelp, I officially declare Joseph's the crown jewel of downtown Delray. No restaurant does it better. Family run for ever since I can remember, Joseph and his daughter/son combo are the most gracious of hosts. Always willing to strike up a conversation or crack a joke, the pleasantries alone are worth the trip. The food, however, is why you'll be coming back. The menu is mostly Lebanese and French inspired, but Mediterranean is the name of the game. The execution of simple fresh ingredients is masterful. The duck a lorange is beautifully golden and crispy on the outside, perfectly tender and juicy inside....if it's on the menu, do not hesitate! The escargot is a must! Everything that hits your table screams fine dining and leaves your wanting more. Josephs is not all about fine dining. The wine and spirits menu is so extensive, this can honestly exist alone as a wine bar. In fact, with over 2000 bottles of wine, it's in the name....Joseph's wine bar. Not my thing, but they've certainly got that covered. I'll be honest, I wasn't always fond of Joseph's. I used to frequent the restaurant next door for years and years, always curiously wondering why our neighbors were having such a great time. Perhaps it was the friendly banter from Joseph and his family, or maybe the wine had everyone giddy all along. This food brings me joy! Whatever your reason, make your way to Joseph's and I assure you you will not be disappointed! read more

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5 stars for ambiance! Family owned restaurant - where the family cares about their customers. Friendly, attentive, and warm service. Eli the bartender (son) takes great pride in his mixology skills and we appreciated it! We ordered a beet salad to share and they split it for us. It was delicious. The duck was exceptionally good. The restaurant is on the expensive side (just like most of the rest of the neighborhood). We will definitely be returning. read more

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We have been coming here regularly for the last few years and the experience is always excellent. Unfortunately, I do not live in the area now so the visits are not as common but we still make the trip as often as we can. All the family is so friendly. Eli always helps us with picking out a great glass or bottle of wine and his sister and father are so nice. Its amazing how much work they put into getting some amazing wines. It is very cozy and always busy so be sure to make reservations. The lamb chops are unreal. Cant wait for our next visit read more

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I went here for a friend who was visiting from out of town. I was here a very long time ago and wasn't disappointed. It is a small place and I was very pleased with how quaint and lovely the owner and the wait staff were to us. It is a blend of Mediterranean and Lebanese food! It is totally delicious. They gave you this great bread and olive oil to begin I had the escargot au beurre blanc, garlic butter wine and oregano. I usually don't get this dish because it is so rich but once in a blue moon I do and this was that time. It was delicious. I also had the walnut crusted salmon topped with walnut garlic coconut flakes and finished with white wine lemon sauce, served with steamed vegetables and basmati rice. There isn't a dish I wouldn't like. My friend had the caesar salad with heart of romaine and garlic croutons. He also had the tuna and loved it. We skipped dessert as we were very full. No one rushed us through our meal. There was only one other group dining - they came in after us and left before us. But all was good. It definitely is a special dining place and worth it. read more

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Such an awesome little gem in downtown Delray Beach. Amazing friendly service and outstanding food. We highly recommend this charming fun little spot. read more

First time coming here. We sat at the bar since we thought we were only going for drinks and apps but ended up staying for dinner. As other reviewers have said, we were greeted By Joseph and his kids Elie and Romy. It's crazy but you really do feel warm and happy when you go to a family owned restaurant. Great human beings. So, for the food: Escargot : it was really good, more on the creamy side Grape leaves : classic Mediterranean dish. Must get. Kebabs: you can't go wrong with it. Sea bass: good flavor and great piece of fish Everyone wore masks and tables were at a great distance from each other. Definitely coming back :) read more

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BEST ESPRESSO MARTINI IN DELRAY BEACH Eli is the mover the shaker the money maker he has a smile that goes a mile and his groove is all so smooth! read more

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Sat outside of this quiet small lovely bistro. Our waiter was Joseph the owner. Started out with his wife's baked bread that was baked with love! It was fantastic! I ordered a glass of Reisling that was smooth and inviting. My husband ordered the chicken kebabs whereas I have been dying for their escargot and believe me it was worth the wait the escargot was smothered in garlic and covered in a light coat of bread crumbs. It met every expectation. I also ordered the Caesar salad but I was so full of happiness I had to take it home. My husband ate his plate completely! And enjoyed every morsel. Now it began to rain in the middle of our meal but the awning protected us and kept us dry. Now the real problem happened after dinner when we walked to our car and forgot where we parked it. Walking in the rain was not exciting. We called my sister who picked up the numbskulls and drove us around till we realized we had been one block away from our car. Oh! read more

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I dined at this restaurant tonight. It is 5 stars+ across the board! Don't hesitate to go, you will want to go again. The food, wine and personalized attention is fantastic! If you live here this restaurant should be one of your top 10! read more

My favorite dining establishment of any in the area! My late husband and I frequented Joseph's often, but I have not been back in three years. I finally decided to introduce my boyfriend to this fabulous restaurant. It is run by Joseph, with his wife, cooking, and his daughter and son, tending to tables and the bar. The escargot is so unique and we also had the Ahi tuna entrée. Let's not even forget the amazing fresh baguette that comes steaming g to the table with garlic herb oil. Lordy! My bf was blown away! I hesitate to send this review as I like that Joseph's is intimate, small and amazing and I want it to stay a hidden gem. Call for reservations as it fills up quickly! I would give it ten stars if I could! read more

Joseph's was a wonderful revelation in Delray. Family owned, Joseph is the generous host, his lovely daughter and charming son also contributed to an evening that seemed like dining in a cozy family's home. The food was terrific. We had the outstanding house-made hummus, best I've had in the US--we have traveled extensively in both Israel and the UAE and know good hummus when we have it! My husband had the duck special, which was perfectly cooked with tender meat and crispy skin, and I had the perfectly spiced beef kebabs. The wine list is very good, too. All in all the best meal we have had in Delray, so good we went back again four days later. And it was just as great! read more

I highly recommend this family-owned restaurant and would come again. It is a great space with outdoor seating. The service is unbeatable - lead by the owner and his children. The food is fantastic - would order everything again - the best bread and olive oil to start. Salad, Hummus, tuna ( each very light and flavorful), lamb chops, chocolate flourless cake - great. read more

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We went here last night. Family owned and run, they take care in every detail. The food was amazing, hummus made in house was incredible, steak was cooked exactly as we wanted, and the ambience was relaxed and charming. Highly recommend and will be going back next time in Delray. read more

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Joseph's Wine Bar is truly a family restaurant with the owner's wife making the dessert's and his son and daughter serving the food. It's also quite quirky and after having drinks from the corporate Ray Hotel (Hilton) across the street it was welcoming. Joseph's was packed on a weekday but it didn't feel cramped and service was still excellent. I had an appetizer that was okay, but it was really the Lamb Chops that were fantastic. They were perfectly cooked and flavorful and I really don't think I've ever had better. We had a good house made lemon cake for dessert. Joseph is a great host and I'm looking forward to going back. read more

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My fiance surprised me with reservations at Joseph's during a quick getaway to Delray Beach for the weekend. When we got there , Joseph himself greeted us and took us to a table for two by the vast wine wall. We were the only ones there at 7:45 pm. And I thought to myself , this isnt a very popular restaurant. Boy was I wrong. At the strike of 8 pm, the place filled up every seat in the house. Looked like alot of locals were dining at Josephs and they should know best right? They sure do. This place was filled with energy, laughter and conversations. Joseph and my fiance Carl were addressing each other by first names as if they were long time friends. Joseph recommended an excellent red wine, Emmolo...Let's just say that was the FIRST time we ever ordered "2" bottles of wine at a restaurant. Probably one of our top favorites now. He introduced us to his children who would be taking care of us for the evening. We ordered the escargot. A delicious piping hot bowl with a cheese puff on top of the most amazing flavorful seasoned escargot under it. My fiance, got the lamb , which was cooked just right and melted in your mouth and I got the Salmon dish. All cooked to perfection. I think we ooohed and Ahhed through the whole dinner. Did I mention the ambience of this place? Although , conversations were loud, you still felt like you were at your own intimate dinner and could only hear each other. Joseph's restaurant ranks up there in the top two of the best restaurants we have been to and we go out alot to eat when we travel. You can tell this family has a love for good food and providing excellent service. A fantastic anniversary dinner for us. Thank you Joseph! read more

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The best restaurant in Delray! Anytime we're in Florida we make it a point to come here at least once for dinner. The service is amazing. The server is super friendly and always knows what food to recommend. He was also very knowledgeable about the wine list! For appetizers we had the Brie and the Spinach turnovers. The Brie was perfectly cooked and the fruit was perfectly sliced on the side. The turnovers had the most amazing flavor. Flaky on the outside and warm on the inside! For dinner my mom ordered the tuna (which we both had last time we came here). The best tuna we've ever tasted. I switched it up this time and had the lamb. Best decision!! The lamb was tender and the seasoning and herbs on the outside were perfect! We'll definitely be back soon. read more

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wonderful service wonderful food wonderful cocktails wonderful people make a reservation read more

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Food is five star, bar is well stocked. This is a five star restaurant, easy. Escargot is the best that I've had. Steak Au Poivre and the sides? Mon dieu! Perfect. Best I think I've ever had, even in Paris (And they don't even make me sit in the bathroom for speaking English!) What's nice is that this lovely Lebanese family has both classic French cuisine, with s fab of Mediterranean. It's mom's recipes for all of it. Her stuffed grape leaves? To die for. Hummus? Transports you to the best Lebanese cafe. It's a small place. The owners are truly delightful people who bend over backwards to make customers feel welcome and well taken care of. You simply must come! read more

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As a single female traveler I'm not always comfortable in restaurants alone- but Joseph's is perfect. A seat at the bar. Friendly banter with the father, son, and daughter, wonderful wine, and the best tuna I have EVER had. I would come back again and again- this is a lovely intimate restaurant where they take their food and drink seriously, but in a very warm friendly atmosphere. Ps- the lemon cake is light and fabulous! read more

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I went to Joseph's for the first time this past weekend and it far surpassed the 4.9 rating. This place could literally be a 2 Star Michelin Restaurant. Everything from service to the very last bite was delicious. We had lamb and seared tuna... and all I can say is -- go try it! It melts in your mouth. Thank you! And we will be back soon. read more

Since moving to Delray my lady and I have walked by this place a few times saying we should stop in and have dinner. Well yesterday was the day. I called to make a reservation and was able to get the time I wanted at 7pm. When we arrived, we were greeted promptly and seated by a wonderful table by the window. I started out with a Caesar salad and my lady had the Caprese salad. Each were done to perfection! Dinner consisted of duck for me and Michelle had the chicken. Both were very tasty and prepared very well. Overall, a great experience! If I had one suggestion, may an additional staff member. Service was a bit slow but the food and atmosphere made up for it. We will be back! read more

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Had the pleasure of visiting this place last night. Awesome service, family run. The ambiance is nice for a date night, the place is small and cozy. The waitress was Romy and the server/bar tender was Eli (brother and sister). Romy was very friendly and welcoming, so was the dad, and brother. We ordered salads, a Greek and Tabbouleh both were excellent. My dinner partner also had the spinach pie which came in a pastry crust. I would definitely recommend this place. I would go back to try some other items on the menu and just enjoy the ambiance. read more

i have been coming here for nearly 10 years! And I go out to dinner 2-3 times a week between Jupiter and Bova! There is absolutely in my opinion not a better restaurant for consistently wonderful food, the best drinks, and a personal connection! Joseph's family are beautiful, kind, and genuine!! I feel like we are family! The best restaurant period! read more

By far the best food and service in Delray. The family is amazing! I try to visit as much as possible. Please try the tiramisu! Yum!

This was the highlight of the night. This family is so sweet and care about their customers

The food is always tasteful at Joseph's and sitting outside is so pleasant. It's a true family run business and everyone in the family are personable and an interesting characters. I highly recommend. read more

Went here with my aunt food was super good the steak duck and lamp chops were all amazing tuna was very good as well but not on the same level read more

Wow. What a terrific dining experience. My husband said the duck was the best he's ever had and my beef kabobs were also outstanding. Be sure to try the halloumi appetizer. Another plus: Joseph and his family!! If you are lucky, you will get to meet them too. read more